Ducati Diavel 2014, Owner'S Manual

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Riding the motorcycle
Running-in recommendations
Maximum rotation speed
Rotation speed for running-in period and during
standard use (rpm):
1) Up to 1,000 km (600 miles);
2) From 1000 km (600 miles) to 2500 km (1553 miles).
Up to 1,000 km (600 miles)
During the first 1000 km (600 miles), keep an eye on
the rev counter. It should never exceed: 5,500÷6000
rpm.
During the first hours of riding, it is advisable to run
the engine at varying load and rpm, though still within
recommended limit.
To this end, roads with plenty of bends and even
slightly hilly areas are ideal for a most efficient
running-in of engine, brakes and suspensions.
For the first 100 km use the brakes gently. Avoid
sudden or prolonged braking. This will allow the
friction material on the brake pads to bed in against
the brake discs. For all mechanical parts of the
motorcycle to adapt to one another and above all not
to adversely affect the life of basic engine parts, it is
advisable to avoid harsh accelerations and not to run
the engine at high rpm for too long, especially uphill.
Furthermore, the drive chain should be inspected
frequently. Lubricate as required.
From 1000 km (600 miles) to 2500 km (1553
miles)
At this point, you can squeeze some more power out
of your engine. However never exceed 7000
rpm.
0÷600 mi
0÷1000 Km
600 ÷ 1553 mi
1000 ÷ 2500 Km
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